Single-Arch Reconstruction to Correct a Constricted Chewing Pattern Using Digital and Analog Methods
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Published on: May 30, 2019
1Clinical Instructor and Course Facilitator, Kois Center, Seattle, Washington; Private Practice, Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Abstract:
This case details a single-arch rehabilitation incorporating digital tools and traditional methods. The systematic approach taken was aimed at balancing functional, esthetic, and financial concerns of the 45-year-old patient, who presented with severely damaged dentition and occlusal issues. Digital scans with intraoral mock-ups enhanced communication with the dental laboratory. A second set of provisionals was also incorporated into the workflow to refine the restoration. The final outcome provided the patient with a beautifully restored dentition that accommodated his treatment preference without increasing periodontal, functional, biomechanical, or periodontal risks.
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